Executive Kitchen Supervisor (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Sous Chef to lead their kitchen team in a vibrant and inclusive environment. This role focuses on nurturing talent while ensuring high standards of food safety and guest experience. With a commitment to excellence, you will inspire your team and manage kitchen operations effectively. Enjoy a range of benefits including a bonus scheme, early access to earnings, and industry-leading family-friendly policies. If you are passionate about culinary arts and team leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Access to earnings before payday

Share of tips

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Dry-cleaned chef whites

Wagamama parties and events

Recognition as a Wok Star

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills to support team dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for team and guests.
• Drive restaurant performance and deliver exceptional results.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Food Safety Standards

Financial Management

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Senior Sous Chef | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. With over 165 restaurants, we are looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join us on our journey to nourish both body and soul.

The Role

As a Senior Sous Chef, you will be an inspirational leader, creating a positive environment for your team and guests. You will support continuous coaching and development of your team to excel, while driving restaurant performance and delivering exceptional results.

What You Bring

• Focus on creating a caring and supportive environment, celebrating successes, and nurturing talent within your team.
• Dedication to providing an excellent guest experience, ensuring every dish meets high standards.
• Experience in maintaining impeccable food, health, and safety standards, understanding financial performance including gross profit, stock control, and labour costs.
• Ability to build a coaching culture, working with your Head Chef on recruitment and ongoing development.
• Forward-thinking problem-solving skills and quick decision-making abilities.

What We Look For

• Experience leading a kitchen team as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, with a genuine approach that makes your team feel heard and supported.
• Proven experience in maintaining high standards of food safety, health, and safety.
• Understanding of kitchen financials, including gross profit and stock management.
• Ability to manage labour costs and adapt to changing demands.
• Leadership qualities that inspire and engage your team to thrive.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.

What’s In It For You

• Bonus scheme – up to £3,000 annually.
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Share of tips (100% goes to the team; tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant).
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work to enjoy with friends and family.
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents.
• Early access to new menus.
• Dry-cleaned chef whites provided for each shift.
• Wagamama parties and events throughout the year.
• Recognition as a nationwide Wok Star through our program.

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training opportunities, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be You, Be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are left at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages. 100% of tips go to our teams, but actual amounts vary by restaurant.